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Welcome to the Pottawattamie County Elections Website.

The Election Department in the Auditor’s Office is responsible for every aspect of conducting an election from voter registration to the final count of the votes. This site is designed to be a resource for residents looking to learn how to vote, find their elected officials, learn about becoming a candidate, or find past or upcoming election information.

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FAQ

Q.

What is the last day I can turn in my absentee ballot?

A.

You are allowed to hand deliver your ballot to the Auditor’s office up until the time the polls close on Election Day. If you return your ballot through the mail, your ballot must arrive by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, with exceptions for individuals in the Safe at Home program and military/overseas citizens. Learn more on our Absentee Voting page.

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Do I have to register to vote for every election?

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No. You would only need to re-register if your information has changed and you need to update it.

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Pottawattamie County Voter Registration

Updated April 1, 2024
Republican
25,771
No Party
20,877
Democratic
16,866
Libertarian
729
Other Parties
221
Total Registered Voters: 64,464
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This webpage was printed on April 25, 2024. For the most current election-related information, visit the Pottawattamie County, Iowa, Elections website at elections.pottcounty-ia.gov.
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